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Showcasing my work, thoughts, and experiences in the game industry

Production Work

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Game Design

My early career was more focused on game design, but I still dabble as a hobby! Here are some examples of my work. My specialty is game production but I also enjoy game-play and systems design and game writing.

My latest personal projects can also be seen on itch.io please feel free to contact me if you have interest in learning more about my projects!

Hello Kitty: Sweet Little Shops
The Three Litle Pigs VR
Style Lab Jewelry Design

Speaking Engagements

Access Granted: Getting into Code in our current climate

Troy, NY • 2020

Microtalk given locally for Capital District IWD day 2020. Focused on how technology has become more accessible and how to get started in the field.

A Primer on Design Thinking

Troy, NY • 2019

Presentation given to potential students as part of a RPI STEM experience. I discuss the importance of design thinking and how it can be applied to the game development process.

Barriers to Balance

Troy NY • 2019

Mircrotalk for the Capital District IWD day 2019. Focused on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and getting started with technology.

Your Guide to Games-Adjacent and Alternative Games Careers

ECGC, Cary NC • 2019

Panel discussion about non-traditional game positions including production, audio and business. Presented at the East Coast Game Conference.

Open Source Game Development

MAGFEST, National Harbor, MD • 2019

Presentation on the game design process and sharing open source tools that can be used to develop games. I additionally discuss why choose open source over other software and how to evaluate tools using game jams.

Scoping it Out: How to Plan your Next Game Project

Troy NY • 2018

Presentation delivered for IGDA Albany about production planning on a limited budget, best practices and the importance of evaluating risk and managing scope. Link.

Tech Smart Girls in STEM Keynote

Malta NY • 2018

Aspirational presentation aimed at girls in grades 4-6, focused on STEM fields, perseverance and career planning. This presentation was the kick-off for a full day of STEM related workshops at TEC-SMART to get girls excited about possible career paths

Verge of Virtual: A Discussion on VR

Abany, NY • 2017

Panel discussion with other local area experts on the future of Virtual Reality and the current challenges faced by developers.

Augmented Reality: What is it and how does it Increase Engagement for Learners

SUNY Cobleskill • 2017

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About Me

Amanda Kirk

Welcome!

With years of experience in the industry, I've worked on numerous projects that combine technical expertise with creative vision.

When I'm not working on projects, you can find me speaking at conferences, writing blog posts, or exploring new creative techniques and technologies.